Our Pacific Care Pet Emergency & Specialty team is seeking an additional Emergency veterinarian for our 24-hour practice consisting of emergency walk-ins and transfers as well as hospitalized in house specialty referral patients (Internal Medicine ICU & Surgical Recovery).   This is an excellent opportunity to work in an environment that fosters collaboration, continued learning, skill improvement and teamwork.

We seek a compassionate, dedicated overnight doctor looking to complete their schedule with anywhere from 8-12 shifts each month, a 3-day work week!  We also offer a 4:1 Tech/Doctor ratio for consistent support. Canine and feline only.

OVERNIGHT / ER / SPECIALTY 24 HOUR experience is required, with a preference to those that have completed internships and/or residency programs in Emergency / Internal Medicine / Surgery and a proven track record with references. 

Ability to work independently and communicate clearly as part of a team; Ability to work 6 PM to 8 AM schedule.  Must be able to think under pressure, make rapid decisions, triage, clarify options to clients through clear communication, and do all with emotional intelligence.

You must enjoy people & pets, with a commitment to the human-animal bond. Ability to direct and oversee the work of veterinary technicians as needed.

Must be technologically savvy, able to grasp new practice management software systems, electronic medical records. Must be comfortable with in-house labs, DR, interpreting DR images that come from outside practices etc. 

Excellent compensation and many perks including State & DEA license coverage, 100% Liability with Defense, professional membership dues, annual CE support, PTO, 401(k), free access to 30+ journals, and more.

For questions or to submit a resume please reach out to Christopher.lykins@nvacompassionfirst.com

NVA Overview: NVA is a growing community of general practice clinics, emergency hospitals, equine practices, specialty hospitals, and pet resorts across five countries. Our doctors and pet care teams share best practices, medical knowledge, innovation, and insights. This collaborative approach allows each individual practice and pet resort to do what they do best: service their local community with compassionate, best-in-class care and medicine, to enhance the lives of the animals they love while backed by the support, stability, and leadership of NVA.

Two years ER experience. 

Internship-trained preferred. 

Current State of California license. 

About Pacific Care Pet Emergency & Specialty

Looking for qualified candidates to fill openings in a variety of private and corporate practices across the US. This may include, DVM/VMD of all levels of experience, as well as technicians, assistants, administrative and customer service team members.

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